As dawn breaks on the fantastic Empire State, better known as New York, a peculiar sound resonates through the city, bouncing off the skyscrapers, and rippling through the bridges. It's not the typical honking of the traffic, nor the chirping of the birds. Instead, it's a splash! A splash that sets off a wave of excitement in the hearts of all the little aquatic adventurers of the state. Yes, we're talking about the fearless, fun-loving, flipper-footed kids who plunge into the world of swimming. Our story stars Bobby "The Bubble" McGee, a pint-sized swimmer with a heart as vast as the Atlantic Ocean. With his neon-green goggles, a swim cap that looks like a purple octopus, and a toothy grin that could outshine the Statue of Liberty, Bobby is the unofficial mayor of the kiddie pools. He's not the fastest or the most graceful swimmer, but boy does he make a splash! Across the state, from the chilly dips in Lake George to the backstrokers in Brooklyn, the kids of New York are all part of Bobby's big splash brigade. They dive into the water with determination thicker than a New York pizza, slicing through the water like a knife through cream cheese on a bagel. Every kick, every stroke, every breath is a declaration of their love for the sport. Through the lens of the Hubble Bubble Telescope (a fancy name for Bobby's goggles), you'll see kids floating, splashing, and giggling, turning the pools into their playground. So, the next time you hear a splash in New York, know that it's likely another member of Bobby's brigade, adding their own splash of magic to the swimming scene. As they say in the Big Apple, "If you can make it here, you can make it anywhere!" even in the deep end.
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Camp Oh-Neh-Tah is the perfect summer escape for your daughter! Located 150 miles northwest of New York City, less than 3 hours away, this girls camp is situated on 400 acres of pristine woodlands in the Catskill Mountains - and with 10,000 additional acres of state forest, there’s plenty of room to explore. From swimming and boating on Silver Lake to sports fields, classrooms, and an arts and ceramics studio, Camp Oh-Neh-Tah accommodates a variety of activities and has the capacity to host over one hundred campers a session. At Camp Oh-Neh-Tah, your daughter will enjoy her summer while learning the importance of building friendships and having a sense of community. With an on-site library/learning center, health center, dining hall, staff lodge, animal barn, and garden, there’s something for everyone! Plus, with the camp’s name meaning “Silver Hemlock”, your daughter will be surrounded by beauty and a connection to nature - the perfect way to spend an unforgettable summer!